CHAPTER 5
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
5.1
Conclusion
This research investigated the Disposal of Recyclable Garbage in Bayan Lepas, Penang.
Primary data were collected by randomly distributing questionnaires to 30 respondents. As
mentioned earlier in the introduction, this is not a sexy topic. The purpose of this study were to
investigate the cases of Disposal of Recyclable Garbage in Bayan Lepas, Penang. However, as
described in the everytime report from media “Cleaner Greener penang” it is because wasting
directly impact climate change in three core areas, lifecycle impacts, landfill impacts and waste
incineration impacts.
There is a plethora of pending actions regarding waste management in the Bayan Lepas
area. The following conclusions can be what makes Disposal of Recycle Garbage prevention, reuse, recycling and composting so attractive is that it is relatively low cost method to affect green
house emissions achievable within a short amount of time. This is the solution for them to handle
with the weakness of Disposal of Recycle Garbage since they are strategies which our local
businesses, government, families, individuals, children, renters, and home owners can employ
today to set us on the path towards reducing waste and making an impact on climate change
This recommendation has synergies with the Communications, Public Education &
Outreach, and Green Business working group, as they developing processes to promote green
business within Penang.
The results of this study indicate the Disposal of Recycle Garbage prevention. However, these
findings generalized as sensitivity to environment issues increases in our community, many
people will want to “do the right thing” and recycle, especially if it does not take any extra effort
on their part.
5.2
Recommendation Based on the Findings
Based on the findings and conclusion of the study, here are several recommendations to be
considered:
1. Create a comprehensive Zero Waste Action Plan.
2. Increase diversion from landfill by increasing utilization of SMaRT Station.
3. Divert organic waste from landfill by creating composting opportunities
4. Ban Polystyrene take-out food containers.
5. Educate the public on recyclable material processing and eco-conscious purchasing
practices.
6. Discourage single use bags within the city
7. Recycling and Waste management in Multi-Family Dwellings.
8. Provide accessible recycle bins in public places and businesses
9. Partner with local school districts to create waste reduction and recycling programs in the
schools, including a Zero Waste Lunch program.
10. Develop resources to promote free-cycle and re-use networks.
5.3
Recommendations for Future Research
Since this study had only focused on Bayan Lepas, Penang, it is recommended to carried
out on Disposal of Recycle Garbage and the goal of Zero Waste approach is one of the fastest,
cheapest and it to maximize recycling and re-use of products thereby avoiding wasting our
natural resources in creating products which will end up in the waste stream. Penang goverment
always educate the public on recyclable material processing and eco-conscious purchasing
practices example campaigns days without a plastic bag and to carry re-usable shopping bags
through outreach programs.
Environmental impact is potentially high in Bayan Lepas, Penang. Reduced use of single
use bags would reduce risk to marine life and animals and reduce dependence on petroleum
based products. It would also be beneficial for the diversion from landfill of millions of bags that
not biodegrade. Even the production of paper bags uses natural resources and energy and creates
pollution.
Ban the use of polystyrene takeout food containers in the Penang or Malaysia . There is
statewide and nationwide precedent for banning polystyrene and requiring food-service take-out
containers to be biodegradable or recyclable.
Increased recycling practices and eco-conscious purchasing will divert material from
landfill, and therefore avoid the GHG emissions generated by landfill, the energy used to
produce new products, and the transportation of products. There are also benefits to the
environment when toxic materials are properly disposed of rather than contributing pollutants to
Bayan Lepas air , land and water.
Furthermore, future research could also explore the Disposal of Recycle Garbage in
Bayan Lepas, Penang. Lastly, although it might be a good idea to investigate the benefit if
Council to support Extended Producer responsibility legislation.